Junior Consultant

Working in AtkinsRéalis is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing and talented team of Utility Consultants. As part of our Utility Solutions business, this is an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects that make a real impact on the built environment, from housing developments to major highway projects. You will have the opportunity to work within a team of utility domain experts and develop your own knowledge of the industry and the associated technical aspects of utility networks. You will be supporting our broad client base with multi-utility consultancy services, helping them effectively plan construction projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate an aptitude for working in a project environment with an appetite to learn the technical and regulatory aspects of the UK utility industry. This full-time role will be based in our Bristol office, with some flexible hybrid working offered.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in working in a project environment.
• An ability to effectively correspond with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A desire to develop and gain understanding of the UK utility market and associated regulatory framework.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office and associated applications.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in technical aspects of utility works, including loading calculations, network reinforcement and design, along with the ability to understand the impact of utility constraints on a scheme.
• Experience of working in a utility procurement and management role, or a background in fulfilling such a role working for a house builder or developer.
• Have an understanding or experience of working in the engineering industry.
• Detailed knowledge of the prescribed processes for procuring utility works.
• Report writing experience.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and other GIS systems/drawing software.
• CSCS card holder at site operative or regular site visitor level.

Responsibilities:

• Interpreting client utility requirements and understanding scheme drawings.
• Presenting client schemes to relevant utilities and procuring costs and designs for various utility works.
• Reviewing client proposals and considering the impact on existing utility assets.
• Supporting the delivery of several projects, engaging with utilities to ensure project milestones are met.
• Writing detailed, accurate reports.
• Coordination of utility works on behalf of clients, ensuring that works are completed in line with client programs.
• Performing the coordination of technical aspects of utility works between the client and the utility companies.
• Advising clients on ways to minimize risks to their project arising from utility matters.
• Liaison with utility companies regarding obtaining utility easement and wayleave information.